In today’s world, there’s a breaking story every minute. And we get it, keeping up with the news is sometimes overwhelming. But with the right apps on your home screen, you can make it a breeze.
Back in the day, your TV, daily newspaper, or radio would do the trick. But nowadays, the best news apps offer so much more – from on-the-go stories and personalised communications to breaking alerts delivered straight to your home screen. And we’re here to help make things easier. Read on to discover our picks of today’s top news apps…
BBC News
BBC News is a worldwide news organization made up from a global network of journalists. It offers live streaming, social features, and personalisation. So, it's no surprise the BBC News app is used by 12.5 million people nationwide.
Key features:
- Top Stories. Because the app is backed by a network of top journalists, you can be sure to get fast and reliable updates all day long.
- My News. This feature allows you to personalise your news feed – simply add or remove topics as you wish, or click on the ‘+’ icon to go straight to the stories you care about.
- Fast content. Using smart technology, the app suggests news topics based on your location and recently viewed articles.
- Push notifications. Breaking news stories pop up as notifications on your home screen, so you can stay informed on what’s happening as it happens.
Price: FREE Download: iOS | Android
Sky News
With a video-first approach, the Sky News app lets you watch all the top stories of the day instead of just reading them. Which makes it perfect for quickly catching up with events or for on-the-go watching.
Key features:
- Easy navigation. Simply swipe between stories or sections, browse picture galleries, and easily see the big headlines.
- Live streaming. When you’ve got connection, stream the news as it happens.
- Offline reading. Don’t worry, if you don’t have connection, you can still stay connected. The Sky News app allows you to read articles even when you’re offline.
- Podcasts. Perfect for on-the-go listening, Sky News’ podcast shows include All Out Politics and Behind the Headline.
Price: FREE Download: iOS | Android
FT
Interested in technology, economics, and market data? The Financial Times is the news app for you. With a free account, you can stay well-informed with several expert articles a month. Or, sign up for a subscription for unlimited reading access.
Key features:
- myFT. Stay up to date with the news that matters to you by following topics and saving articles.
- Read anywhere. Even when you’re offline, you can keep reading with automatic downloads of the latest news stories.
- Be part of the discussion. Comment on the latest posts and share your opinion with people around the world.
Price: FREE Download: iOS | Android
Do you love reading fascinating articles, but non-stop breaking news stresses you out? Pocket is just the app you need. It focuses on longer articles rather than the just-in headlines. But don’t worry, you can still get all the breaking news here, too.
Key features:
- Listen to articles. Pocket's listen feature turns any story or post into an eyes-free experience. Listen away while you cook, relax, or work out – the choice is yours.
- Read everywhere. Whether you're reading in bed, or scrolling through stories on your commute, Pocket’s offline reading makes it easy to stay connected.
- Make it premium. Upgrade anytime to access Pocket Premium’s exclusive features. Think advanced search, unlimited highlights, and article backups to name a few.
Price: FREE Download: iOS | Android
Originally a digital magazine, Flipboard focuses more on topics rather than individual headlines. Whether you’re interested in science and space, or if you’re a music aficionado, simply customise your homepage and stay on top of the stories you’re interested in.
Key features:
- The Daily Edition. This daily round-up pulls together the most important stories of the day so you can stay in the know.
- Customised magazines. Simply select your interests and Flipboard will create a personalised magazine for each one.
- Connect with others. Discover like-minded people who share your interests, follow them on Flipboard and see more of what they like and share.
Price: FREE Download: iOS | Android
HuffPost
HuffPost covers everything from politics to style and entertainment. The best part?
Thanks to their locally staffed newsrooms across the globe, you can hear from a diverse range of voices – from both a UK and international perspective.
Key features:
- Get real-time updates. All thanks to HuffPost’s Pulitzer-prize winning newsroom, with 15 international editions around the globe.
- Make your voice heard. Comment and like articles and share your favourite stories on Facebook, Twitter and more.
Price: FREE Download: iOS | Android
Medium
With the Medium app, you can bring your own ideas to the table, instead of just diving into the stories you love. You can even earn money from your own writing.
Key features:
- Contribute to the conversation. Share your own ideas, no matter how short or long, and have the chance to earn money too.
- Engage with your audience. Exchange ideas with a network of readers and writers, and grow your followers with newsletters and personalised writer stats.
Price: FREE Download: iOS | Android
Did we miss your favourite news app? Tell us all about it in the comments…
